Do we just talk too much? Think about it. We all have something to say and cannot wait to say it! Many times we start thinking of what we are going to say even before the other person stops talking . . . even cutting the person off! Ever think that saying less . . . saying nothing may actually be more effective?
In this instance, Jesus did not go into a list of scriptures or steps on how to gain eternal life. He addressed an underlying issue with the man by actually listening beyond the words. While we are so adamant about our prepared responses, Jesus listened . . .
“Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” So Jesus said to him, “Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery,’ ‘Do not murder,’ ‘Do not steal,’ ‘Do not bear false witness,’ ‘Do not defraud,’ ‘Honor your father and your mother.’ ” And he answered and said to Him, “Teacher, all these things I have kept from my youth.” Then Jesus, looking at him, loved him, and said to him, “One thing you lack: Go your way, sell whatever you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, take up the cross, and follow Me.” But he was sad at this word, and went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions. (Mark 10:17-22)
Do we have an ear to listen?
No comments:
Post a Comment